Top Mechanics For Clutch Replacement & Repairs in Sittingbourne
28 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Sittingbourne, 15 years of experience
With over 15 years’ experience in the motor trade working on all types of vehicles in fleet and retail workshops. We are dedicated to providing our customers with reliable, honest, and affordable repair serv...
59 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 14 years of experience
Owner of Saltmarsh Automotive LTD, we aim to provide the best service as possible to all our customers.
CARL, Sittingbourne • 10th September 2023
Kia Picanto • Clutch replacement
164 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 21 years of experience
Feb 2018-Present: Mercedes-Benz Sparshatts, Commercials, Sittingbourne, Kent - Light Commercial Vehicle / Heavy Goods Vehicle Technician. Aug 2016-Jan 2018: Geoff Fisher Transport Ltd - HGV Technician. No...
4 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 10 years of experience
I do have my own garage and recovary truck Vehicle mechanic with 10+ years of experience in automotive maintenance, repair, and servicing. Extensive experience working with gasoline and diesel vehicles exa...
79 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Sittingbourne, 15 years of experience
10+ years working at a DAF main dealer carrying out all aspects of repairs and breakdown services. 5 years self employed repairing and maintaining cars, vans and HGV's, from engine and gearbox rebuilds to ...
ANTHONY, Sittingbourne • 11th August 2022
Hyundai ix20 • Clutch replacement
381 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Sittingbourne, 12 years of experience
I'm a fully qualified mechanic in a family ran business with the top of the range equipment and knowledge with over 12 years experience, I cover all makes and models over a 60 miles radius
12 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 38 years of experience
Harris MOT Centre opened it's doors in in 2017. The business operates a 2 ramp workshop catering for all makes/models & repairs including MOT's for class 4 vehicles. We can offer a local collection/delivery ...
CLEMENT, Sittingbourne • 30th October 2019
Suzuki Grand Vitara • Clutch replacement
104 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 12 years of experience
I began my career with DCS Mobile in Medway, Kent where I worked about 7 years gaining great mechanical experience. In 2016 I set-up my own business trading as JAK Vehicle Repairs Ltd. JAK Vehicle Repair...
MATHEW, Kent • 23rd August 2019
Peugeot 207 • Clutch replacement
16 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 32 years of experience
VAUXHALL TRAINED TECHNICIAN MANY YEARS EXPERIENCE ON ALL MAKES AND MODELS AT INDEPENDENT GARAGE AND RUNNING MY OWN BUSINESS FOR 12 YEARS DEALING WITH ALL MAKES AND MODELS
6 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 15 years of experience
Located on Barge Way, between Iwade and the Eurolink, we are a new garage offering Mot, Dealer Services, Diagnostics and Repairs to all makes of car and LCV. If you struggle to find the time to get your v...
ETHAN, Kent • 28th May 2021
BMW 3 Series • Clutch replacement
35 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 8 years of experience
Mobile Mechanic specialising in services, repairs, diagnostics, part replacement & MOT's. Experienced and fully qualified vehicle technician who comes to you at your home or your place of work to make it as ...
ALMA, RAINHAM • 31st December 2020
Toyota AYGO • Clutch replacement
8 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 8 years of experience
I pride myself on providing great quality repairs and good value for money. After training up and working in a independent garage for over 8 years, I decided to take the leap and start on my own and became a...
15 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, 23 years of experience
Taylor's Servicing Ltd are specialist car mechanics. We have over 20+ years of experience and are able to deal with the majority of car issues ranging from oil changes and battery replacements to timing chai...
PAUL, ISLE OF SHEPPEY • 22nd May 2024
Ford Fiesta • Clutch replacement
210 Reviews
Garage serving Sittingbourne, years of experience
I started as a mobile mechanic with a unit in April 2014 but my journey to build all the experience to be able to go self employed started way back in 1979 when I undertook my 4 year apprenticeship with Vaux...
JANE, Kent • 7th March 2019
Mazda Mazda3 • Clutch replacement
274 Reviews
Mobile mechanic serving Sittingbourne, 22 years of experience
I have over 22 years experience in the industry as well as 17 years in the main dealer. Essex Fleet Care uses fully qualified and certified technicians to ensure our workmanship remains the best quality as p...
MALCOLM, RAINHAM • 22nd December 2020
Peugeot 207 • Clutch replacement
Frequently asked questions about clutch replacement & repairs in Sittingbourne
Read our answers to questions about clutch replacement costs, symptoms and more.
What does a clutch replacement in Sittingbourne involve?
A lot of the process to change a clutch is vehicle specific, however there are a few standard steps. The mechanic will:
- Raise the vehicle
- Split the gearbox from the engine
- Remove the old clutch unit
- Fit a new clutch kit
- Put everything back together
- Road test the vehicle
How do you tell if your clutch is worn out?
If you drive a vehicle with a manual gearbox, at some point you will experience a clutch starting to wear, the same as you will with brake pads.
The friction material will start to wear thin and it will no longer provide sufficient contact with the flywheel and you will experience the clutch slipping, so here are some tell tale signs of this occurring;
- The engine speed will rise up rapidly, but you do not go any faster, especially up hill or under hard acceleration
- You notice an almost electrical sweet burning smell inside the car
Other symptoms though are prevalent
- You can engage a gear when the engine is off, but not when it is running
- The clutch pedal biting point (this is the point when you feel the vehicle moving from stationary for example) has become much higher up in the pedal travel
- You start to find it harder to move between gears and can often hear a crunch as you do so
How many hours does it take to replace a clutch?
On average, clutch replacement times can range from around 3 hours to over 7.5 hours with an average of around 4 hours. The time that the job takes will depend on a number of factors, like your vehicle's make and model, year, as well as other factors. Select your car at the top of this page for information on job time and cost for your vehicle through ClickMechanic.
How do you know if you need a new clutch?
You can find out whether you need a new clutch by getting a professional diagnosis from a mechanic. If you're unsure whether it needs replacing book an inspection with a mechanic to check the component and get advice on whether a replacement is needed.
How much does it cost to fix a clutch cable in Sittingbourne?
Prices for a clutch cable replacement range from £70 to £130 with an average cost of £95. Ultimately, the cost of a clutch cable replacement depends on your car and what parts your car's manufacturer recommends using for the replacement.
Is a worn clutch an MOT failure?
No, a worn clutch will normally not lead to an MOT failure. As the MOT only checks for safety-critical components on a car, the condition of the transmission and clutch is not part of the MOT checks.
What happens when you change gears without engaging the clutch?
If you attempt to change gears without using the clutch, the gear teeth will grind together and damage the gearbox. Doing this repeatedly can end up damaging or even destroy the transmission.
Can Sittingbourne garages offer home collection and delivery for clutch replacement?
Yes, many garages in Sittingbourne are able to offer collection and delivery for a clutch replacement. With ClickMechanic collection & delivery is free if your vehicle is drivable. Once booked a mechanic will pick up the vehicle on the day and time of your choice, do the work, and return the vehicle at a time convenient to you. Simply enter your vehicle registration number and postcode to get an upfront price for a clutch replacement in Sittingbourne.
Can Sittingbourne mobile mechanics do clutch replacement at my home or office?
Typically no, Sittingbourne mobile mechanics cannot do a clutch replacement at your home or office, because the repair job can be complicated, may need many hours of work depending on the job and may need specialist equipment. However, mobile mechanics may be able to do a clutch inspection at your home or office and then drive the car to a garage if available to conduct a clutch replacement.
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Mechanics in and around Sittingbourne
- SHEPPEY VEHICLE SERVICES, Brambledown
- Smith Vehicle Services, Rochester
- Taylor’s Servicing Ltd, Detling
He was friendly, polite, open and honest and even showed us what was wrong and what the parts should look like and how he was going to fix it and what I should expect after the work was done”